Brenda J and Karen W interview Jessica and Ruth, both who work with human trafficking victims through their non profits. Jessica tells her story of how she escaped human trafficking and her mother was actually trafficked. Both women talk about how they help human trafficking victims and discuss the signs to look for to help put an end to this horrific form of abuse and trauma. National Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888 https://thefirerevolution.com https://www.brilliantlightinternational.com ht...
Feb 22, 2025•27 min•Ep. 98
Brenda J and Karen W interview Jessica and Ruth, both who work with human trafficking victims through their non profits. Jessica tells her story of how she escaped human trafficking and her mother was actually trafficked. Both women talk about how they help human trafficking victims and discuss the signs to look for to help put an end to this horrific form of abuse and trauma. National Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888 https://thefirerevolution.com https://www.brilliantlightinternational.com ht...
Feb 22, 2025•30 min•Ep. 97
Sneak peek into episodes 97 and 98 Human Trafficking Education and Prevention With Jessica and Ruth,
Feb 22, 2025•1 min
Brenda J and Karen W bring calm, peace, and healing in their 200th episode with Breath Prayers. Breath Prayers have been around for centuries and hep regulate the body through scripture. They walk through and give examples so you can practice on your own. https://hangingontohope.org
Feb 21, 2025•20 min•Ep. 200
Brenda J and Karen W interview Dawn Hopkins, a Co- Author of Lemonade Stand 2 and Founder of Inspiritus Yoga Holistic Wellness and Training Centers. On this episode, they discuss mindful eating and how it creates the mind, body, soul connection to help in healing from abuse and trauma. Dawn talks about eating out, portion sizes, and when to know you are full. They also discuss eating disorders, how to get help, and how mindful eating can assist in healing. There is also an upcoming retreat. Link...
Feb 14, 2025•27 min•Ep. 199
Brenda J and Karen W interview Dawn Hopkins, a Co- Author of Lemonade Stand 2 and Founder of Inspiritus Yoga Holistic Wellness and Training Centers. On this episode, they discuss mindful eating and how it creates the mind, body, soul connection to help in healing from abuse and trauma. There is also an upcoming retreat. Links below: https://amihungry.com/eat-mindfully-live-vibrantly-retreat/ https://www.inspiritusyoga.com https://hangingontohope.org...
Feb 07, 2025•30 min•Ep. 198
Brenda J and Karen W interview Dawn Hopkins, a Co- Author of Lemonade Stand 2 and Founder of Inspiritus Yoga Holistic Wellness and Training Centers. On this episode, they discuss mindful eating and how it creates the mind, body, soul connection to help in healing from abuse and trauma. Dawn is also offering a free Zoom webinar on self care and how to better nurture and care for yourself. There is also an upcoming retreat. Links below: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IOsIPukTQUaDZ_s9oHRS2Q?in...
Feb 01, 2025•31 min•Ep. 197
Brenda J and Karen W interview Bobby and Natalie, the Founders of Restored Treasures Foundation. Bobby and Natalie provide help and hope through their nonprofit to anyone in need in the state of Florida. They tell their story of how they started helping others and go over all programs the foundation provides. Not only do they help with the physical needs of others, but Brenda met Natalie through prayer over the phone when she really needed encouragement and love. https://www.restoredtreasuresfou...
Jan 10, 2025•34 min•Ep. 196
Brenda J and Karen W interview Lesley Cain, a narcissistic abuse survivor, Master Certified Health Coach, and Certified Trauma Support Specialist. She also hosts her own podcast, The Vibrant Survivor. In this episode, Lesley tells her story of narcissistic abuse. She also talks about the things she did to help in her healing journey. https://lesleycain.com @iamlesleycain on Instagram @thevibrantsurvivorpodcast https://hangingontohope.org...
Jan 03, 2025•27 min•Ep. 195
Brenda J and Karen W interview Lesley Cain, a narcissistic abuse survivor, Master Certified Health Coach, and Certified Trauma Support Specialist. She also hosts her own podcast, The Vibrant Survivor. In this episode, they discuss 10 healthy you can prepare for a vibrant New Year as an abuse survivor. https://lesleycain.com @iamlesleycain on Instagram @thevibrantsurvivorpodcast https://hangingontohope.org...
Dec 27, 2024•30 min•Ep. 194
Brenda J and Karen W interview Lesley Cain, a narcissistic abuse survivor, Master Certified Health Coach, and Certified Trauma Support Specialist. She also hosts her own podcast, The Vibrant Survivor. In this episode, they discuss 3 ways to set and reinforce boundaries during the holiday season. https://lesleycain.com @iamlesleycain on Instagram @thevibrantsurvivorpodcast https://hangingontohope.org...
Dec 20, 2024•15 min•Ep. 193
Brenda J and Karen W interview Brenna Blain, Wife, Mom Theologian, and Author of, Can I Say That: How Unsafe Questions Lead Us To The Real God. Brenna tells a little of her story of sexual abuse and her struggle of feeling like a fake Christian. She talks about same sex attraction and how her faith in God has given her peace. She also talks about her mental health struggles and how being accepted and welcomed by her Youth Pastor when she opened up is the way all churches should respond. In this ...
Dec 13, 2024•29 min•Ep. 192
Brenda J and Karen W interview Brenna Blain, Wife, Mom Theologian, and Author of, Can I Say That: How Unsafe Questions Lead Us To The Real God. Brenna tells a little of her story of sexual abuse and her struggle of feeling like a fake Christian. She talks about same sex attraction and how her faith in God has given her peace. She also talks about her mental health struggles and how being accepted and welcomed by her Youth Pastor when she opened up is the way all churches should respond. Instagra...
Dec 07, 2024•28 min•Ep. 191
Brenda J and Karen W interview Cheryl Wright, Survivor and Author of Swimming With Alligators: How to Recognize Narcissistic Abuse, Break Unhealthy Bonds, and Unlock True Empowerment. Cheryl tells a little of her story and how it led her to writing her new book. She explains how someone can be trapped in these cycles of toxic abuse. Cheryl also gives examples of effective healing strategies and restoring your self-esteem and self-worth that was damaged from the narcissistic abuse. https://swimmi...
Nov 29, 2024•35 min•Ep. 190
Brenda J and Karen W interview Sara Chesterfield, a Peri- and Menopause Coaching Specialist and a Wellness and Nutrition Coach. She has a Master's Degree in Educational Counseling, is a Certified Yoga and Qigong Instructor, and co-founder of The Retreat Ladies. On this episode, they discuss menopause belly and things to help combat it. Sara talks about the importance of rest and recovery and gives examples to help. They talk about interviewing and choosing a doctor that is a good fit for your ne...
Nov 22, 2024•30 min•Ep. 189
Brenda J and Karen W interview Sara Chesterfield, a Peri- and Menopause Coaching Specialist and a Wellness and Nutrition Coach. She has a Master's Degree in Educational Counseling, is a Certified Yoga and Qigong Instructor, and co-founder of The Retreat Ladies. Sara tells a little of her story and how it led her to helping other women through these stages of life. They discuss hormones and what menopause is and the symptoms. They also discuss brain fog and what some of the treatments are during ...
Nov 15, 2024•35 min•Ep. 188
Brenda J and Karen W interview David Ruybalid, a Trauma Informed Theologian, Pastor, Worship Leader, Spiritual Abuse Survivor Advocate, Speaker, and Co-Host of The Evolution of Faith Podcast. On this episode, they discuss anxiety and depression from a Christian, Biblical perspective. They talk about trauma and the role it plays in mental health. David talks about how shame and not letting go of the past may contribute to anxiety and depression. He also explains how avoiding pain and not facing i...
Nov 08, 2024•20 min•Ep. 187
Brenda J and Karen W interview David Ruybalid, a Trauma Informed Theologian, Pastor, Worship Leader, Spiritual Abuse Survivor Advocate, Speaker, and Co-Host of The Evolution of Faith Podcast. On this episode, they discuss anxiety and depression from a Christian, Biblical perspective. They talk about trauma and the role it plays in mental health. The talk about multiple reasons for the increase in anxiety in our country and our church. David touches on a little history of America and Christianity...
Nov 02, 2024•31 min•Ep. 186
Brenda J and Karen W interview David Ruybalid, a Trauma Informed Theologian, Pastor, Worship Leader, Spiritual Abuse Survivor Advocate, Speaker, and Co-Host of The Evolution of Faith Podcast. On this episode, they discuss emotional avoidance and how to address it. David also talks about how having an insecure attachment style attracts toxic theology. They also discuss the importance of a safe environment and navigating triggers from spiritual abuse. Lastly, David discusses how abuse in a Christi...
Oct 25, 2024•30 min•Ep. 185
Brenda J and Karen W interview David Ruybalid, a Trauma Informed Theologian, Pastor, Worship Leader, Spiritual Abuse Survivor Advocate, Speaker, and Co-Host of The Evolution of Faith Podcast. On this episode, David tells his story of abuse. He also talks about what is spiritual abuse and some tactics. David explains religious trauma syndrome and ways to help support those who have experienced it. https://davidruybalid.com https://hangingontohope.org...
Oct 18, 2024•34 min•Ep. 184
Brenda J and Karen W bring back to the show Sarah Mcdugal. Sarah is a coach, advocate and co-founder of Wilderness To Wild and the Trauma Mama's Mobile App. On this episode, they talk about Sarah's miraculous recovery from a traumatic brain injury from a car accident. Sarah also talks about all her resources that she provides worldwide for trauma and abuse survivors. https://wildernesstowild.com https://hangingontohope.org...
Oct 11, 2024•25 min•Ep. 183
Brenda J and Karen W bring back to the show Sarah Mcdugal. Sarah is a coach, advocate and co-founder of Wilderness To Wild and the Trauma Mama's Mobile App. On this episode, they continue their discussion on gaslighting. Sarah explains the term hoovering and they go over some ways to recognize and avoid gaslighting. They also talk about how Sarah's resources and coaching can help in the healing process. https://wildernesstowild.com https://hangingontohope.org...
Oct 04, 2024•33 min•Ep. 182
Brenda J and Karen W bring back to the show Sarah Mcdugal. Sarah is a coach, advocate and co-founder of Wilderness To Wild and the Trauma Mama's Mobile App. On this episode, Sarah explains what gaslighting is in detail. She also talks about the four tools of abuse and how they relate to gaslighting. They discuss blame shifting and describe how it is emotionally abusive. A must listen! https://wildernesstowild.com https://hangingontohope.org...
Sep 28, 2024•31 min•Ep. 181
Brenda J and Karen W interview Lea Benson, President and Co-Founder of CeCe's Hope Center. CeCe's is a nonprofit and shelter for women ages 18-30+ recovering from human trafficking and exploitation. On the podcast, Lea talks about their upcoming gala and the services CeCe's provides. Lea also talks about healing from exploitation and some startling statistics about human trafficking everyone needs to know. Website link below to attend the gala, or for donations or volunteers: https://cecescenter...
Sep 21, 2024•27 min•Ep. 180
Brenda J and Karen W bring returning guest, Carissa Raderstorf back to the show! Carissa is the Founder of Reset Ministries and co-host of her podcast Resetology. Carissa is an ordained pastor, counselor, and coach. On this episode, they talk about her upcoming Reset Retreat in Phoenix. They also talk about the importance of boundaries and how to recognize whether old baggage from your past is creeping in. They discuss not being judgmental, but using righteous judgment according to scripture, as...
Sep 13, 2024•32 min•Ep. 179
Brenda J and Karen W bring returning guest, Carissa Raderstorf back to the show! Carissa is the Founder of Reset Ministries and co-host of her podcast Resetology. Carissa is an ordained pastor, counselor, and coach. On this episode, they talk about her upcoming Reset Retreat in Phoenix. They also talk about guarding our heart, what is our heart, and touch on boundaries. They also talk about the characteristics of a safe person and an unsafe person. Such an important topic for trauma and abuse su...
Sep 06, 2024•31 min•Ep. 178
Brenda J and Karen W bring Andrew Bauman back to the show to discuss his latest book, "How Not To Be An A**" Andrew is an Author, Therapist, and Abuse Advocate and runs The Christian Counseling Center For Sexual Health and Trauma. Andrew goes over the characteristics of a healthy, good and safe man and compares it with a man that is considered an ass. Andrew has healed from a porn addiction and used his life experiences in writing this book. https://andrewjbauman.com christiancc.org https://hang...
Aug 30, 2024•24 min•Ep. 77
Brenda J and Karen W interview Dr. Pastor Sanghoon Yoo. Pastor Yoo is an advocate and trauma survivor and has dedicated his life to helping train churches in trauma and heal from trauma. Pastor Yoo is the Founder of The Faithful City (TFC), Arizona Trauma Faith Coalition (AZTIFC), Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE), offers trauma informed care training, organizational and systemic change consultation, trauma transformed discipleship, and co-managing (CTIPP) advanced leadership movement! In this...
Aug 23, 2024•32 min•Ep. 177
Brenda J and Karen W interview Dr. Pastor Sanghoon Yoo. Pastor Yoo is an advocate and trauma survivor and has dedicated his life to helping train churches in trauma and heal from trauma. Pastor Yoo is the Founder of The Faithful City (TFC), Arizona Trauma Faith Coalition (AZTIFC), Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE), offers trauma informed care training, organizational and systemic change consultation, trauma transformed discipleship, and co-managing (CTIPP) advanced leadership movement! In this...
Aug 16, 2024•37 min•Ep. 176
Brenda J and Karen W interview Dr. Pastor Sanghoon Yoo. Pastor Yoo is an advocate and trauma survivor and has dedicated his life to helping train churches in trauma and heal from trauma. Pastor Yoo is the Founder of The Faithful City (TFC), Arizona Trauma Faith Coalition (AZTIFC), Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE), offers trauma informed care training, organizational and systemic change consultation, trauma transformed discipleship, and co-managing (CTIPP) advanced leadership movement! In this...
Aug 09, 2024•25 min•Ep. 175
